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This article highlights several notable achievements of former Arizona Wildcats athletes in professional sports. Wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan is a top NFL Rookie of the Year contender, Lauri Markkanen is averaging impressive points for the Utah Jazz, quarterback Noah Fifita continues to set records, Arte Moreno attended the Pima County Sports Hall of Fame banquet, and Adia Barnes is experiencing a tough start to the season at SMU. Meanwhile, the current Arizona Wildcats football team is on a winning streak, defeating No. 25 Cincinnati.

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Wildcats Past and Present Shine: McMillan Leading NFL Rookies, Markkanen Dominates NBA Scoring Charts

Tucson, AZ – From the gridiron to the hardwood, former Arizona Wildcats are making waves in professional sports. While the current Arizona Wildcats football team celebrates a three-game winning streak, capped by a victory over No. 25 Cincinnati, alumni are achieving impressive feats in the NFL and NBA.

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Tetairoa “T-Mac” McMillan is a frontrunner for NFL Rookie of the Year. Pro Football Focus ranks him with an 80.4, placing him at the top spot among rookies. McMillan has recorded 54 receptions for 748 yards.

In the NBA, Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen is making a splash, averaging 30.6 points per game – good for fifth in the league. The 2017 Pac-12 Freshman of the Year has recorded games of 51 and 47 points and is in elite company with other high-scoring players.

Back in college, current Wildcats quarterback Noah Fifita is making a name for himself, although some are suggesting he be honored with a statue a bit early.

In other news, Los Angeles Angels owner Arte Moreno attended the Pima County Sports Hall of Fame induction banquet and Adia Barnes’ debut season at SMU has had a tough start.

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